ORLANDO, Fla. — Heat advisories were issued for parts of Central Florida's east coast during the afternoon, while severe weather later swept through Central Florida.
- "Feels-like" temperatures soared well past 100 Tuesday afternoon
- Heat advisory issued; last Central Florida heat advisory was in 2010
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Later Tuesday afternoon, severe thunderstorm warnings were issued for Seminole County and central Orange County. The storm was first located over Sanford, moving southeast at 15 mph. A wind gust of 59 mph was measured at the Sanford airport.
A plane overturned at Orlando Sanford International Airport due to high winds during Tuesday evening’s severe weather, according to airport officials.
An airport official told Spectrum News 13 that the plane is a “general aviation aircraft” and a private plane. It’s located where other private planes are kept. Additionally, the Sheriff’s Office said high winds blew down a fence at the airport.
No one was on board the plane, nor were any injuries reported.
Southwestern Volusia County was issued a significant weather advisory. Residents in Orlando, Deltona, Sanford, Altamonte Springs, and Oviedo experienced high winds and strong rain.
Afternoon highs across Central Florida reached the mid-90s with “feel-like” temperatures near 105 degrees. The "feels-like" temperature in Titusville was 100 degrees by 10 a.m.
Under a heat advisory, residents are urged to take extra precautions when doing activities outside. Dehydration, heat stroke, and heat exhaustion are possible risks. If you must do anything outside, try to stay in the shade as much as possible and drink plenty of water. Never leave pets or children in cars.
The last time Central Florida was under a heat advisory was July 30, 2010.
Orlando International Airport hit 98 degrees, one degree shy of a record. According to the Spectrum News 13 Weather Experts, it hasn't been this hot in Orlando July 8, 2016.
Elsewhere, Hot temperatures stick around Wednesday as rain chances increase.
Partly cloudy skies are in the forecast through the overnight hours as temperatures fall into the mid-70s. Some areas of fog will be possible as we head toward daybreak.
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Hazy sunshine will start out our Wednesday, then a few more clouds as we head toward the afternoon. There’s a slightly higher chance for showers and storms as the east and west coast sea breeze moves inland.
The extra clouds and rain may help to drop highs back slightly, but we’re still looking at temperatures in the mid-90s with triple digit heat index numbers.
Stay cool as much as you can! Rain chances continue to increase as we head toward the end of the week with temperatures falling into the low 90s.
Beach and Surf Conditions
Watch for a few storms if heading to the beach or out on the boat. There will also be a moderate rip current threat to keep in mind and you’ll want to take breaks from the sun and stay hydrated to prevent overheating.
Tropical Update
Right now, there are no areas of concern and development is not likely over the next five to seven days. Hurricane season runs through November 30.
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